I
I knew I was different,
seeing things in the light.
The stream upon me nascent,
shun primordial senses delight.
II
The miracles are easier to see
With these God given eyes
I see the truth too readily,
others see them in disguise.
III
So, I entered the world of religion,
this promise I made to Him.
Tomorrow the kindly deacon,
My ordination he'll limn.
IV
I kneel to pray so fervently,
cause I still am overwhelmed.
By the grace God has given me,
I'll serve in this mundane realm.
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